The most sighted are the sperm whale, sei whale, fin whale, pilot whale, mink whale, common dolphin, bottlenose dolphin, atlantic spotted dolphin, striped dolphin, and rissos dolphin. Dolphin and whale connection whale watching swimming. The azores sit on the migration route of many species of cetacean, making it one of the best places in the world for whale watching although there are many other sights and sounds. Enjoy a high chance of seeing cetaceans, such as sperm whales andor dolphins, with the help of biologist guides supported by spotters operating from inland. Whale watching is one of the main attractions for tourists to visit the azores, some explicitly coming just for the whales. Peak season is from april through to october whilst in the spring, the larger migratory species are passing thr.
There are 80 species of whales in the world and 24 can be found in. Cw azores whale watching in the azores on pico island. Freed from the pressure of the whalers, taking benefits of the clean waters and abundant food, the whales remain near the islands throughout the year, being easily sighted and making the archipelago one of the best observation points of sperm whales in the world. With sightings possible all year round, the azores islands are one of the best places for whale watching in the atlantic. Whale watching in the azores special interestportugal. If you book a whale and dolphin watching holiday to the main azorean island of sao miguel with archipelago choice the chances are that your. Among resident and migrant species, common or rare, more than 20 different types of cetaceans can be spotted in the azores. Our whale watching trips have a strong educational element with multimedia briefings before each trip and debriefings on return to shore. Join an exciting marine wildlife tour with biologists and naturalist guides, to see and learn more about whales, dolphins, turtles, fish, birds, and the seasons marine biodiversity of the azores islands. The best whale watching and swimming with dolphins location in europe, and a beautiful adventure playground in a very top sustainable islands holidays destination. Azores whale watching terra azul vila franca do campo. The azores, in the middle of the atlantic ocean, is an archipelago of nine islands showing nature in its purest state, and one of the largest whale sanctuaries in the world. At futurismo, we offer responsible whale watching and adventure tours in the azores. Watch for whales and dolphins on this special holiday in the azores.
Blue whales are sighted every year around the azores islands, which apparently provide an important seasonal foraging area. For the best opportunity to see humpback or blue whales, visit between february and april when they are migrating through the islands. Whalewatching tours are available from the larger islands such as sao miguel, terceira, sao jorge, pico and faial, making it a popular activity for visitors to these. Azores cetaceans about us the boat baleen whale special sighting of the day prices 2020 research gallery contacts logotipo 01. Resident sperm whales, pilot whales and orca are frequently seen along with several species of dolphin, manta rays, sea turtles and sea birds. Before leaving for the sea, a brief explanation is given by a marine biologist on how species can be spotted, safety measures and codes of conduct for cetacean observation. For management purposes, the international whaling commission iwc has included the azores archipelago in the east greenland and iceland stocks, but there is little evidence to. It is possible to observe sei, fin and blue whales, at this time, as well as short finned pilot whales, orca. An important thing to remember about the area is that in the azores the whalewatching season mayoctober is dictated by the weather and not by the migrations of the whales and dolphins, which are seen year round. You see, its sturdy prow carves big ripples in the sea surface, much bigger and consistent than those of the lighter and faster boats, and, judging by what we saw the dolphins do, these ripples must be so much. Join an exciting marine wildlife tour with biologists and naturalist guides, to see and learn more about whales, dolphins, turtles, fish, birds, and the. Due to seasonality, and taxes prices of the tour are subject to change without due notice. If you book a whale and dolphin watching holiday to the main azorean island of sao miguel with archipelago choice the chances are that your trips will start either from the marina in ponta delgada, the capital, or from vila franca which was the capital until it was destroyed by an earthquake back in the early 1500s. Dolphins in the channel between pico and sao jorge image courtesy of marinhera fernanda.
Over that period, the island archipelago of the azores is among the best places in the world to go whale watching. The azores archipelago is one of the prime whale and dolphin hotspots in the world and around 30% of the worlds known cetacean species have been recorded there. No two tours have the same itinerary since we go where the whales and dolphins are. We have been active since 2007 and are always looking for new ways to satisfy your best wishes. Please note the tour price reflected on the brochure is subject to change. That said, sea conditions can get rougher during the winter season so the best time to visit the azores for boat trips is.
Inhabitants of the nearby island of pico took note of the demand for whale products and decided to launch their own shorebased whaling industry from the village. The azores are europes leading whale watching destination, home to sperm and pilot whales, beaked whales and false killer whales, and bottlenose, common and northatlantic spotted dolphins. Swimming with the wild dolpins of the azores archipelago is a life changing experience. For a confirmed whalehead such as myself, the islands of the azores offer the equivalent of a cetacean safari. This is an an ecosystem with unique characteristics.
Whale watching holidays the azores the azores holidays. The most popular azores islands for whale watching include sao miguel, faial, and the far less developed pico where whales can frequently be observed very. With 30 years of experience, futurismo azores adventures is one of the largest active tourism companies in the azores with sea and land excursions in two islands. Choose from the privacy of a chauffeured vehicle or the fun of joining others in motorcoach rides while exploring the beautiful azores islands. Diving with whale sharks santa maria island diving with the worlds largest fish in clear waters is undoubtedly one of the best diving experiences of the azores. We are a young company, based in ponta delgada on the island of sao miguel azores, with extensive experience in providing tourism services. The best time to visit the azores is quite simply whenever you get the chance.
Tourist frequentation is still small, the quantity and diversity of the whales observed is high, theres little visual pollution and pico mountain lies in the background. Description of whale watching in the azores with so many species of whales and dolphins surrounding this archipelago, this is one of the best places in the world to witness these marine mammals up close, with sightings on 99 percent of whale watching trips to sea. If you book a whale and dolphin watching holiday to the main azorean island of sao miguel with archipelago choice the chances are that your trips will start either from the marina in ponta delgada, the capital, or from vila franca which was the capital until it was destroyed by an earthquake back in. Temperatures are rarely lower than 14c, and they dont tend to get much higher than 25c, which makes it perfectly pleasant all year round. Join us during your holidays in sao miguel and pico islands. A week long whale watching holiday in the azores islands. The azores are located about 850 miles 1,360 km off the coast of portugal. Before the whale watching trip a briefing is given to go over the characteristics of the species to be observed as well as safety measures aboard, procedures of. We are the only company that can offer a wide variety of ways to get to know the island of sao miguel. Set on an atlantic marine migration route, the azores are a worldclass whalewatching destination. In the middle of the atlantic ocean, the azores portugal are a group of nine islands situated about half way between europe and north america.
Among the resident and migratory species, some common, some rarer, you can see more than 24 different types of cetaceans in. The azores are ideally located in the middle of the atlantic ocean and are considered one of the ten best places in the world to watch whales and dolphins. Whale watching in the azores in the early summer months is the best time to see the baleen whales largest whales on their migration routes to the feeding grounds of the northern atlantic passing close to the islands of the azores. The azores changed from hunting whales, to whale watching and researching the cetaceans. April to september is peak whale watching season in the azores, with spring and early summer the best time to spot the blue whale the mightiest mammal on the planet. Serge left in front of his whale watching base on pico. Includes information about the area and the cetaceans living there, research project details, environmental policy, newsletter, and photos. Whale watching in the azores gives you a good chance to see the blue whale, the biggest mammal on earth. Azores getaways escape to the authentic with unbeatable. Please consult with the operator directly for the recent price. We use small and efficient boats with limited size groups in order to limit the impact on wildlife.
Set sail around the princess ring islet of vila franca do campo on a cruise, accompanied by a marine biologist guide, and look out for sperm and pilot whales, bottlenose and rissos dolphins, sea turtles, and other marine life. Their geographic location in the atlantic between europe and the americas puts the azores in the unique position to enjoy a perfect balance of seclusion and visitation from transatlantic explorers. Includes information about the area and the cetaceans living there, research project details, environmental policy, newsletter, and. Futurismo azores adventures active holidays in sao miguel. Lying about a third of way across the atlantic between portugal and north america, its the permanent or temporary home of more than a quarter of all known cetacean species mark carwardine, whale watching specialist. Swimming with dolphins imagine yourself immersed in the deep blue sea with the dolphins kayaking and sup this is definitely the best way to enjoy the magical nature of the azores sunset cruises need to. Multiscale habitat preference analyses for azorean blue whales. Sperm whale the azores are known, in particular, because of its constant presence of sperm whales. Dive with whale sharks in azores snorkeling holidays top. Some of the greatest migratory cycles of the natural world come to the protected atlantic islands of the azores every year, in late spring and early summer. Peak season is from april through to october whilst in the spring, the larger migratory species are passing through.
Yachtbased whale and dolphin research holidays to the azores archipelago. There are 80 species of whales and dolphins on the planet and 2425 of them have been sighted off the coast of the azores depending on the source of information. Nine green dots in the vastness of the atlantic ocean, the azores are currently considered one of the best places for whalewatching in the world. The onceuninhabited, volcanic archipelago now hosts thousands of tourists every year who flock to. Dive with whale sharks in azores snorkeling holidays. Oceanemotion is a company specialized on whale watching and others sea activities, operating on terceira island, azores, portugal, with an office in angra do heroismo marina. Join us on one of our exciting whale watching holidays. Among the resident and migratory species, some common, some rarer, you can see more than 24 different types of cetaceans in the waters of the azores. The islands of sao miguel, and pico are two of the best places for dolphin and whale watching, so we did our research and chose futurismo, one of the first companies responsible for transitioning from whale hunting, to whale watching in the azores.
Surrounded by several large tunas and countless other species of fish, these giants of the sea pass close to the archipelago as they make their way across the atlantic. Miguel island, azores whale watching activity provides the opportunity to watch up to twenty cetacean species that can be found in the ocean waters of the azores islands. Dolphin and whale connection whale watching swimming with dolphins ethical dolphin and whale watching holidays. It is an impressive figure and it corresponds to a third of the total number of existing species. More information here whale watching in the azores in the early summer months is the best time to see the baleen whales largest whales on their migration routes to the feeding grounds of the northern atlantic passing close to the. The azores, and especially lajes do pico, is undoubtedly one of the 10 best whale watching spots in the world, and for sure the best in the azores. The azores are currently one of the worlds largest whale sanctuaries. The captain of this boat, jose, and his small team are born in the azores and love the atlantic ocean and its animals his stories of whale sightings and behaviour are fascinating. Whale watching in the azores espaco talassa pico island. Whale watching and dolphins swimming in the azores islands, portugal. Azores best tips for whale watching on azores whaletrips.
Whale watching from ponta delgada sao miguel azores. Swimming with dolphins imagine yourself immersed in the deep blue sea with the dolphins kayaking and sup this is definitely the best way to enjoy the magical nature of the azores. Dolphin and whale connection whale watching swimming with. Fin whales, humpback whales, sperm whales and dolphins are just some of the wonderful cetaceans that youll be watching out for on this magical wildlife holiday in the unspoilt islands of the azores set off with your expert host for three halfday whale watching trips in the waters of three of the islands that make up this. The staff were friendly, knowledgeable of the marine life and even named the different whales and dolphins in all the different languages of the guests. Set on an atlantic marine migration route, the azores are a worldclass whale watching destination. Located about halfway between lisbon and new york, the azores are a volcanic group of islands that belong to portugal. These animals can be seen in many places around the azores but the waters around the islands of pico and sao jorge harbour some of my favourite spots. Whale watching futurismo azores adventures, ponta delgada. Oct 16, 2017 whale watching in azores islands portugal. We are based in lajes do pico, recognised as one of the top 10 best spots for whale watching in the world. In may and june, baleen whales including blue, sei, fin and humpback whales pass through these waters on their annual migration to their summer feeding grounds in the north. The onceuninhabited, volcanic archipelago now hosts thousands of tourists every year who flock to the islands for sun, sand and verdant mountain scenery. Azores, portugal the nine islands that make up the azores are in fact the peaks of some of the worlds tallest mountains, reaching from deep beneath the atlantic.
Classic whale watching trip in the azores archipelago, from. The team at terra azul are knowledgeable and expert in their field. Anc azores holidays rent a car, rent a moto, campervans and guided tours. Whale watching in the azores, terceira island oceanemotion. The atlantic ocean, the archipelago of the azores, is on a migration route for many species of cetaceans, making it one of the best places in the world for whale and dolphin watching activity. Whale watching in the azores islands is unquestionably one of the most exciting and unforgettable adventures. Whalewatching in the azores which whales to see and when. With 30 years of experience, futurismo is a pioneer and leader in whale and dolphin watching.
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